The Phlebotomy Certification Program provides in-depth training on various essential aspects of phlebotomy. This comprehensive, non-credit certificate program covers routine venipuncture and dermal techniques, alongside non-blood collection procedures, ensuring a well-rounded education in specimen handling. Emphasis is also placed on safety and infection control, the use of venipuncture equipment, managing complications, and understanding the full-service laboratory's function. Ethical practices, confidentiality, and effective communication are foundational elements of the curriculum, preparing students for real-world challenges in the medical field.
Phlebotomy classes are delivered online, along with in-person practical lab sessions divided into multiple sections. Each section will be 1.5 hours on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays over the first five weeks of the program. You'll receive your lab schedule before the semester starts. After successfully completing the course, you'll advance to a 100-hour clinical rotation, essential for phlebotomist certification. This blend of online and practical learning makes our program a complete pathway for those pursuing a career in phlebotomy.
Fall 2024 dates are: Tuesday, August 27 – September 27, followed by a clinical experience
Tuition includes textbooks and NPCE exam fee
Applicants must be high school graduates or GED recipients and 18 years old to attend clinical hours
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Our phlebotomy program equips students with the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to obtain certification and be prepared for a career in as little as eight weeks. The program includes classroom and laboratory instruction, complemented by a clinical experience that mimics a full-time job environment—running during the day shift from Monday to Friday, with no evening or weekend hours, to accommodate learning schedules effectively.
The job outlook for phlebotomists, with an 8% growth expected from 2022-2032, exceeds the average for other fields. This increase highlights the ongoing demand for skilled phlebotomists in settings like hospitals and labs. The emphasis on phlebotomy certification and education through accredited programs and schools is crucial for those entering this essential medical role, ensuring their readiness for the healthcare industry.
Total Program Cost: $2,295
Cost includes textbook, lab supplies, liability insurance, and NPCE exam fee.
Out of pocket expenses include:
Background check, fingerprinting, drug screening, health requirements, and scrubs are needed for clinical experience. Student drug screening, fingerprinting, and background checks are due by the 4th Friday of class. Establishing a CastleBranch account to upload pre-clinical requirements costs about $183.
“I’m grateful for the fabulous instruction and experience I received. I was offered a position during my clinical, and I was well prepared to seamlessly transition into a full-time position that I love at St. Charles Hospital.”
Leah Miller
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